About the Role
We are seeking charismatic individuals, experienced or not, for 30-39 hours per week, to help create a welcoming environment for children and families, fostering mutual respect and equal opportunities. We aim to provide more children with a fair start in life.
Responsibilities
- Taking responsibility for the most important members of our society.
- Supporting children in developing their own abilities, observing and documenting developmental steps.
- Planning and integrating various activities with and for the children, such as excursions and long-term projects, into the daily routine.
- Engaging in dialogue with parents, recognizing them as partners in the educational process.
- Contributing to the continuous development of the Kita and participating in shaping its concept.
Requirements
- State-recognized educator qualification or an equivalent degree according to the state's Kita legislation.
- Ideally, experience working with integration children.
- Ability for open, appreciative, and clear communication with colleagues, parents, and children.
- Knowledge of current pedagogical and legal requirements.
Skills
- Child development support
- Observation and documentation
- Activity planning
- Parent communication
- Curriculum development
- Pedagogical knowledge
- Knowledge of legal requirements
Location
- Berlin, Germany
Work Type
- Full-time
- Part-time
Experience Level
- Experienced
- Entry-level
Education Level
- State-recognized educator qualification
- Equivalent degree according to Kita legislation
Salary/Compensations
- Compensation according to Caritas AVR Anlage 33, Entgeltgruppe S 8a
Benefits
- Economic stability of the Archdiocese of Berlin
- Permanent employment contract according to a collective agreement
- Employee representation
- Modern IT equipment in all groups
- 30 vacation days
- Up to three additional church holidays
- Three days for spiritual retreats
- Two additional regeneration days
- Paid time off on December 24th and 31st
- Consideration for work-life balance
- Supportive and collegial working atmosphere
- Regular team meetings and supervision
- Support for further education, leadership, and specialist careers
- Opportunities through own training management, innovative projects, and cross-employer collaboration
- Responsible and varied work with scope for ideas
- Part of a vibrant community life
- Trusting educational partnership with families
- Professional advice and support in pedagogical matters
- Additional employer-paid company pension plan (5.6%)
- Annual special payments
- Subsidy for Deutschlandticket Job
- JobRad leasing option for bicycles or e-bikes
About the Company
- St. Markus facility is located in Spandau, Berlin, near Brandenburg.
- It is a small facility with four groups, including one nursery group.
- Children aged one year to school entry are supported.
- Inclusive work is a core value.
- The facility is part of the Archdiocese of Berlin and operates under Caritas AVR.
Equal Opportunity
- We welcome applications from experienced and inexperienced individuals.
- We foster an environment where all individuals are treated with respect and on an equal footing.
